{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7262a94ecc64797b0b6ead6e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7262a94ecc64797b0b6ead6e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7262a94ecc64797b0b6ead6e","title":"Dredging Engineer","description":"RINA is a global knowledge company where expertise travels across borders, disciplines, and industries. Every day, we collaborate on solving complex challenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individual know-how into collective progress.\nWe are currently recruiting for a Dredging Engineer to join our office in Houston, TX, Fort Lauderdale, FL or Chicago/Lisle within the Environmental and Engineering Geoscience Division.\nCompensation Data $115,000 - $160,000 commensurate with education and experience\nMission The Dredging Engineer owns the dredging and dredged material management for a whole project(s): design of the dredge template, sediment characterization, placement solution, the dredging contract package, and supervision and measurement of the dredging works.\nKey Accountabilities Dredge Design Berth pocket and access dredging geometry: depth from underkeel clearance criteria, side slopes, transitions to the federal channel\nOver-dredge allowance, advance maintenance and tolerance definition\nVolume computation from bathymetric surfaces, with quantity breakdown by material type and elevation\nSiltation and shoaling rate estimates, and their consequence for maintenance frequency\nInterface with bank protection, scour protection and the stability of the federal channel side slopes\nSediment characterization Sampling and analysis plan agreed with USACE and EPA, following the Inland Testing Manual\nSupervision of sediment coring and laboratory testing programme\nMaterial classification, dredgeability, and expected production rates by equipment type\nHandling requirements for any contaminated material, and consequences for placement and cost\nDredged material placement Placement options: on-site confined placement, beneficial use, or an existing USACE placement area subject to agreement\nSizing of placement areas: capacity, dike design, settlement and consolidation, weirs and return water\nReturn water quality and monitoring, with the Section 401 certification requirements\nLong-term placement capacity for maintenance dredging over the terminal life\nPermitting support Dredging and placement content of the Section 408 request and the Section 10 / 404 application\nTurbidity control measures, environmental windows and species restrictions\nCoordination with the navigation district and the Coast Guard on works in the navigable channel\nProcurement Selection and comparison of dredging methods: cutter suction, mechanical or clamshell, and the associated plant and pipeline requirements\nProduction and cost estimating, including mobilization, downtime and disposal costs\nDredging specification and contract package, with clear measurement and payment rules (in-situ volume versus other bases) and tolerance and over-dredge payment limits\nRisk allocation for ground conditions and differing site conditions, based on the geotechnical and sediment data provided\nContractor prequalification, technical bid evaluation, clarification and award support\nConstruction supervision Pre-dredge, progress and post-dredge survey scope, verification and acceptance\nDaily production monitoring, dredge logs, plant performance and programme forecasting\nQuantity measurement and certification for payment, including over-dredge treatment\nTurbidity and environmental monitoring compliance, and placement area operation and inspection\nCoordination of dredging plant and pipelines with barge traffic on the canal\nClose-out and operation Final acceptance survey against the design template, and as-built records\nMaintenance dredging plan: frequency, volumes, budget and permit renewal cycle\nHandover of placement area records and remaining capacity to the operator\nQualifications Bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering. Master's degree in coastal engineering preferred.\n10+ years in navigation and berth dredging design, with construction phase involvement\nSediment testing to USACE and EPA protocols, and dredged material placement design\nCost and production estimating for dredging works, and dredging contract administration\nAbility to travel up to 25% (i.e. job sites) based upon business need. Available for site presence during the dredging campaign\nTexas PE license strongly preferred for sealing dredging design documents\nPreferred: Gulf Coast projects and active participation in a dredging association such as WEDA\nADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Ability to travel up to 25% (i.e. job sites) based upon business need\nValid driver's license\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.\nCompetencies WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.\nFORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.\nPERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.\nINTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.\nDOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.\nAt RINA, your growth drives our innovation. We bring together engineers, inspectors, digital minds and specialists from more than 100 nationalities, creating an environment where diverse perspectives sharpen how we think, collaborate and deliver.\nRINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.\nFlexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued, empowered to develop their potential, and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. 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Every day, we collaborate on solving complex challenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individual know-how into collective progress.\nWe are currently recruiting for a Dredging Engineer to join our office in Houston, TX, Fort Lauderdale, FL or Chicago/Lisle within the Environmental and Engineering Geoscience Division.\nCompensation Data $115,000 - $160,000 commensurate with education and experience\nMission The Dredging Engineer owns the dredging and dredged material management for a whole project(s): design of the dredge template, sediment characterization, placement solution, the dredging contract package, and supervision and measurement of the dredging works.\nKey Accountabilities Dredge Design Berth pocket and access dredging geometry: depth from underkeel clearance criteria, side slopes, transitions to the federal channel\nOver-dredge allowance, advance maintenance and tolerance definition\nVolume computation from bathymetric surfaces, with quantity breakdown by material type and elevation\nSiltation and shoaling rate estimates, and their consequence for maintenance frequency\nInterface with bank protection, scour protection and the stability of the federal channel side slopes\nSediment characterization Sampling and analysis plan agreed with USACE and EPA, following the Inland Testing Manual\nSupervision of sediment coring and laboratory testing programme\nMaterial classification, dredgeability, and expected production rates by equipment type\nHandling requirements for any contaminated material, and consequences for placement and cost\nDredged material placement Placement options: on-site confined placement, beneficial use, or an existing USACE placement area subject to agreement\nSizing of placement areas: capacity, dike design, settlement and consolidation, weirs and return water\nReturn water quality and monitoring, with the Section 401 certification requirements\nLong-term placement capacity for maintenance dredging over the terminal life\nPermitting support Dredging and placement content of the Section 408 request and the Section 10 / 404 application\nTurbidity control measures, environmental windows and species restrictions\nCoordination with the navigation district and the Coast Guard on works in the navigable channel\nProcurement Selection and comparison of dredging methods: cutter suction, mechanical or clamshell, and the associated plant and pipeline requirements\nProduction and cost estimating, including mobilization, downtime and disposal costs\nDredging specification and contract package, with clear measurement and payment rules (in-situ volume versus other bases) and tolerance and over-dredge payment limits\nRisk allocation for ground conditions and differing site conditions, based on the geotechnical and sediment data provided\nContractor prequalification, technical bid evaluation, clarification and award support\nConstruction supervision Pre-dredge, progress and post-dredge survey scope, verification and acceptance\nDaily production monitoring, dredge logs, plant performance and programme forecasting\nQuantity measurement and certification for payment, including over-dredge treatment\nTurbidity and environmental monitoring compliance, and placement area operation and inspection\nCoordination of dredging plant and pipelines with barge traffic on the canal\nClose-out and operation Final acceptance survey against the design template, and as-built records\nMaintenance dredging plan: frequency, volumes, budget and permit renewal cycle\nHandover of placement area records and remaining capacity to the operator\nQualifications Bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering. Master's degree in coastal engineering preferred.\n10+ years in navigation and berth dredging design, with construction phase involvement\nSediment testing to USACE and EPA protocols, and dredged material placement design\nCost and production estimating for dredging works, and dredging contract administration\nAbility to travel up to 25% (i.e. job sites) based upon business need. Available for site presence during the dredging campaign\nTexas PE license strongly preferred for sealing dredging design documents\nPreferred: Gulf Coast projects and active participation in a dredging association such as WEDA\nADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Ability to travel up to 25% (i.e. job sites) based upon business need\nValid driver's license\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.\nCompetencies WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.\nFORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.\nPERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.\nINTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.\nDOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.\nAt RINA, your growth drives our innovation. We bring together engineers, inspectors, digital minds and specialists from more than 100 nationalities, creating an environment where diverse perspectives sharpen how we think, collaborate and deliver.\nRINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.\nFlexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued, empowered to develop their potential, and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. 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